Do you know why Highway 50 through Las Animas is named Ambassador Thompson Boulevard? It is a tribute to Las Animas native and rancher's son Llewellyn "Tommy" Thompson, a highly respected diplomat and adviser to President John F. Kennedy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The John Rawlings Heritage Center sponsored a birthday party for Ambassador Thompson at LAES. We celebrated with cupcakes and a special visit from Ambassador Thompson impersonator Tim Baublits. Thank you JRHC staff and volunteers!
Reminder: LAHS Volleyball Fundraiser - Co-Ed VB Tournament of Sept 6 - it’s not too late to sign up!
The Healthy Kids Colorado Survey is coming to Las Animas School District soon! The survey helps schools monitor trends, identify student needs, and apply for funding to support youth. Healthy Kids Colorado results have been used to bring millions of dollars into Colorado communities—and help build programs that reflect what students need. Learn more at http://healthykidscolo.org
Update on tonight’s Football Game: Since the game got rained out tonight, Las Animas will travel to Sangre De Cristo tomorrow (Saturday) to make up the game - game will start at 3 pm. Here is a message from Coach Snow also: I need all football players to be at the field at 930. Leave time is 10, game at 3pm. Athletes bring snacks and money for food. (Please spread the word)
Las Animas School District is participating in the Healthy Kids Colorado Survey this fall! Every two years, students across Colorado take the Healthy Kids Colorado Survey. The anonymous survey covers important topics like mental health, relationships, safety, and substance use. The survey is anonymous and voluntary, and the results help schools and communities support students with data-driven decision making. Learn more at http://healthykidscolo.org
LASD Staff Spotlight
LAHS Homecoming is the week of Sept. 15th! 💙🤍. Here are the dress up days - ALL staff & ALL students are encouraged to participate. #GoTrojans
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Jumpstart Student of the Month:
New Jobs Just Posted: Two (2) part-time Daycare Paraprofessionals - part-time with the potential for one role to become full time)
Reminder: Las Animas School District and JS Early Learning Center will be closed on: Monday, Sept. 1st in observance of Labor Day. Have a safe weekend 👍
Updated HS Football schedule with added JV Games:
Save the date: School Pictures will be on September 23rd (retakes on Nov. 4th)
Start planning your outfits! Here are the HS Volleyball and Football game themes for this year 👍
HS VB Update: HS Volleyball game on Friday vs Sangre de Cristo will now begin at 2pm. There will only be JV and Varsity.
Attention high school students: If you are interested in joining FBLA this year, please bring a parent and attend our first meeting of the year on Wednesday, September 3rd at 7:00pm in Mrs. Hines's room.
Health class! Day one of CPR and first aid: thank you Mrs. Lockhart for sharing
HECTOR of the Week
JH: Kayden Marlow has started 7th grade with flying colors. He comes to school every day with a positive attitude and
ready to work. He has a fun sense of humor. He is very polite to his teachers and peers. He takes instructions very well,
and he tries to do things right the first time he is told. We are all very proud of how Kayden is displaying HECTOR in
our school!
HS: Matthew Dowell: Matt comes in to learn each day. He deals with adversity well and steps up to complete what he
needs to in his absences. Matt works independently very well and is going to have a strong senior ye
JH: Kayden Marlow has started 7th grade with flying colors. He comes to school every day with a positive attitude and
ready to work. He has a fun sense of humor. He is very polite to his teachers and peers. He takes instructions very well,
and he tries to do things right the first time he is told. We are all very proud of how Kayden is displaying HECTOR in
our school!
HS: Matthew Dowell: Matt comes in to learn each day. He deals with adversity well and steps up to complete what he
needs to in his absences. Matt works independently very well and is going to have a strong senior ye
JH/HS Students: reminder, if you are applying to be part of the Empower Together Advisory Committee:
Please turn in completed applications to your advisor by Tuesday, Aug. 26
• Interviews will take place on Sept. 3rd & 4th - they will contact you if you are going to be interviewed.
Remember, when the mentoring activities start, ALL Jr. High and High School students are encouraged to participate! Watch for more information about the exciting activities and events that will be coming up!
Please turn in completed applications to your advisor by Tuesday, Aug. 26
• Interviews will take place on Sept. 3rd & 4th - they will contact you if you are going to be interviewed.
Remember, when the mentoring activities start, ALL Jr. High and High School students are encouraged to participate! Watch for more information about the exciting activities and events that will be coming up!
HS Volleyball Athlete of the Week-Bree Tyler, Bree is a hard worker, is very coachable, and isn’t afraid to put in the extra work. She has risen to the occasion of being a varsity setter and has done so with grit and determination.
